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Jeopardy! fans were eagerly tuned in last night to witness the thrilling conclusion of season 41, game 70. When the show was over on December 13, 2024, Ashley Chan from Lewisville, Texas, became the winner.
Ashley won with a final score of $13,500, her second win in a row, and brought her total for the two days to $29,100. Carla Winston and Ram Murali were her competitors, but she beat them both thanks to her strategy and knowledge in the final rounds.
Ashley Chan, the Lewisville, Texas champion, showed her intelligence and quick thinking. Ashley came into the episode confident after winning the day before. Her ability to navigate difficult categories and make strategic Daily Double wagers secured her win for the night.
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Jeopardy! episode overview December 13, 2024
The December 13 episode of Jeopardy! featured intense competition among three contestants: Ashley Chan, Carla Winston, and Ram Murali. The game started with categories such as People In History and Technology, where Ashley quickly established her lead.
Jeopardy! round
The game began with the Jeopardy round, featuring six categories: People In History, Technology, Word Addition, You Don’t Know Him From Adam, It’s Small, Whirled, and What Are You Wearing, Literary Character?.
Contestants Ashley Chan, Carla Winston, and Ram Murali tackled questions of varying difficulty. Early in the People In History category, several incorrect responses were made, momentarily leveling the playing field.
However, Ashley quickly regained her momentum by answering five questions correctly. A key moment was when Ashley found a Daily Double and wisely wagered $1,000, boosting her lead to $3,800.
By the end of the Jeopardy round, Ashley was ahead, while Carla and Ram held $400 and $200, respectively. Ashley's strong start set the tone for her successful performance throughout the game.
Double Jeopardy round
The competition intensified in the Double Jeopardy round with six new categories: Waltzes & Sonatas, Animal, Vegetable Or Mineral, Emmy-Winning Television Movies: Real Life Edition, Delta, T-W-A, and Airlines Past & Present. This round offered double the points, increasing the stakes for all contestants.
Ram Murali made a significant impact by correctly answering questions in the Airlines Past & Present category and securing a Daily Double, wagering $1,500. Despite Ram's strong performance, Ashley continued to dominate by answering eight additional questions correctly. She strategically wagered $2,500 on another Daily Double, extending her lead to $16,500.
Ram's score rose to $13,300, and Carla's climbed to $6,800. Ashley's consistent and strategic play in the Double Jeopardy round solidified her position as the frontrunner heading into the final phase of the game.
Final Jeopardy round
The final challenge was the Final Jeopardy round, featuring the category Authors. The clue presented was:
Following his unexpected death in 2001, he was referred to as “the Monty Python of science fiction.”
Contestants had 30 seconds to write down their responses. Carla Winston was the only contestant to answer correctly with Who was Douglas Adams? However, Ashley Chan chose to wager $3,000 instead of risking a larger amount. This conservative bet ensured that she maintained her lead and secured her victory despite Carla's correct response.
Ram Murali did not wager enough to stay in contention, resulting in Ashley winning the game with a final score of $13,500.
Contestant profiles
Ashley Chan is a publicist from Lewisville, Texas, who entered Jeopardy! as the reigning champion after her impressive victory the previous day. With a two-day total of $29,100, Ashley showed exceptional knowledge and strategic wagering, having attended 23 weddings.
Carla Winston hails from Baltimore, Maryland, and is a dedicated political scientist. Carla has been playing the double bass since the age of nine, showcasing her long-standing commitment to her passions alongside her strong performance on the show.
Ram Murali is a writer originally from London, England, bringing a unique international perspective to Jeopardy! Earlier this year, Ram released his first novel, Death in the Air, highlighting his creative talents and literary expertise during the competition.
Game statistics
Jeopardy! round categories:
People In History, Technology, Word Addition, You Don’t Know Him From Adam, It’s Small, Whirled, and What Are You Wearing, Literary Character?
Jeopardy! round performance:
Despite several incorrect responses early in the People In History category, all contestants were in the black after 15 clues.
- Ashley picked up $1,000 on the Daily Double and led the interviews with $3,800.
- Carla accumulated $400.
- Ram held $200.
Statistics at the first break (15 clues):
- Ashley: 5 correct, 2 incorrect
- Carla: 4 correct, 2 incorrect
- Ram: 3 correct, 2 incorrect
Today's interviews:
- Carla Winston: Has played the double bass since the age of nine.
- Ram Murali: Released his first novel, Death in the Air, earlier this year.
- Ashley Chan: Has been to 23 weddings.
Post-Jeopardy round performance:
Ashley answered an additional eight questions correctly after the break, extending her lead.
Statistics after the Jeopardy round:
- Ashley: 13 correct, 2 incorrect
- Carla: 8 correct, 3 incorrect
- Ram: 4 correct, 2 incorrect
Scores after the Jeopardy round:
- Ashley: $7,600
- Carla: $2,400
- Ram: $1,000
Double Jeopardy round categories:
Waltzes & Sonatas, Animal, Vegetable Or Mineral, Emmy-Winning Television Movies: Real Life Edition, Delta, “T-W-A”, and Airlines Past & Present
Double Jeopardy round performance:
- Ram had the best Double Jeopardy round, securing DD2 and wagering $1,500.
- Ashley bet $2,500 on DD3, leading by $3,200 going into Final Jeopardy.
Statistics after Double Jeopardy:
- Ashley: 21 correct, 2 incorrect
- Ram: 17 correct, 3 incorrect
- Carla: 11 correct, 3 incorrect
- Total number of unplayed clues this season: 17 (0 today).
Scores going into Final Jeopardy:
- Ashley: $16,500
- Ram: $13,300
- Carla: $6,800
Final results
- Carla $6,800 + $3,301 = $10,101 (Who is Terry Prachett? Adams)
- Ram $13,300 – $13,250 = $50 (Who is Isaac Asimov?)
- Ashley $16,500 – $3,000 = $13,500 (Who is Frank Herbert?) (2-day total: $29,100)
Tonight's Jeopardy! showed strategic play and knowledge. Ashley Chan won with accurate responses and smart wagering, solidifying her title. Carla Winston's correct answer in Final Jeopardy showed her potential, and Ram Murali's strong performance in Double Jeopardy added excitement.
In the upcoming episodes, Ashley will defend her title, promising more engaging and intellectually stimulating gameplay. Jeopardy!'s unique format, challenging questions, and dynamic contestants keep it a top trivia show.
